Float Aircraft Mechanic

Life Flight Network•Hilo, HI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Life Flight Network is a prominent not-for-profit air ambulance organization focused on safety, excellence, social justice, and innovation. The Aircraft Mechanic II provides onsite maintenance support for Life Flight Network (LFN) aircrafts, including managing base inventory, planning and scheduling aircraft maintenance, and maintaining the base library and LFN-owned ground support equipment. This role is also responsible for aviation maintenance, assisting in planning, evaluating, developing, implementing, and maintaining services for LFN in compliance with LFN’s FAA Part 135 air carrier certificate.

Requirements

Completion of two years of an Aviation Science trade or vocational school, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Five years as Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic.
Thorough knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations.
Three years of FAR 135 turbine rotorcraft maintenance experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Analytical abilities sufficient to handle complex technical and administrative issues.
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
Strong work ethic with team-oriented approach.
Must pass background check and pre-employment DOT drug test.
Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends as needed.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Superior customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of an organization.
Able to take initiative, creating, implementing and improving procedures.
Travel by personal or company vehicle throughout LFN’s service area is required.
Must possess a valid Driver’s license and automobile in good repair.
Must provide proof of auto insurance and meet Driver’s Policy requirements.

Nice To Haves

Airframe and Powerplant Certification
Inspection Authorization Certification preferred
Three years’ experience working for an EMS helicopter program preferred
Maintenance experience on Bell407, Bell 429, EC135 and PC12 desirable
Avionics experience desirable
Multilingual skills

Responsibilities

Inspect and repair aircraft parts, components, and systems.
Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft, aircraft systems and parts for base operations.
Perform inspections of completed work, aircraft systems, and parts based on aircraft schedule.
Update and maintain maintenance manuals, service bulletins, parts books and regulatory updates, and other technical directives.
Coordinate ordering, shipping, receiving of parts, supplies, tools, and warranty claims parts.
Clean and maintain interior and exterior of aircraft.
Coordinate aircraft maintenance schedules with assistance from the Maintenance Manager.
Maintain upkeep of work area, materials and tools.
Prepare and maintain documentation related to work activities in accordance with regulations and company policy.
Ensure all maintenance is accomplished and documented correctly.
Analyze and troubleshoot technical/inspection issues, providing guidance and resolution of problems.
Apply mathematical and analytical skills to duties.
Awareness and support of LFN goals through participation in continuous quality management.
Perform other duties as required.